Connecting people throughthe Alps for 50 yearsWhen inaugurated on 19th March 1964, it was the first road traffic tunnel to be opened through the Alps. Construction work began on the Italian side in spring 1958, and soon later on the Swiss side. The tunnel was completed 6 years later.

Great St Bernard Tunnel offers visitors to St Bernard Dog Museum a free return ticket. This living history museum located in the old arsenal next to the Roman amphitheatre houses works of art and documents that tell the story of the Great St Bernard Hospice and Pass. Thanks to an agreement with the Barry Foundation, the famous St Bernard dogs form an important part of this museum. A modern and entertaining display has been set up to promote St Bernard dogs as an unforgettable universal icon. In the museum you will see the St Bernard dog kennels and facilities, many interactive, education and recreational showcases and also an area set aside for temporary exhibitions.